Description
Regular Full-Time ($32.44/hour – 2024 Rates) Pay Grade 3
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, notably the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, the District of Oak Bay is committed to recognizing and celebrating their historic and ongoing connection to these lands and waters.
The District of Oak Bay is a picturesque seaside community located within the Greater Victoria Region, with a population of +18,000. While offering all the amenities of a large metropolitan urban centre, Oak Bay has succeeded in maintaining all the peacefulness and charm of a small town. Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life, with miles of spectacular West Coast shoreline, brilliant beaches, parks and greenspace, quaint tree-lined streets and vibrant, boutique villages just beyond their doorsteps.
The scenic streets of Oak Bay don't stay that way by accident! As an Equipment Operator II, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and charm of Oak Bay. In this position, you’ll operate a waste collection vehicle, safely navigating residential routes to collect refuse and recyclables. If you take pride in making a visible difference and want to contribute to the health and beauty of the community, we invite you to be part of keeping Oak Bay at its best.
The Equipment Operator II position encompasses a variety of work which includes the operation and basic daily maintenance of heavy equipment. The primary role of this Operator is to operate a waste collection vehicle and transport materials to the landfill, transfer station or processing facility. This role may also perform leaf pick-up, street sweeping, or operate a tandem or single axle truck.
Our ideal candidate has some high school education, one year of related experience and a BC Class 3 Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement. This position is represented by CUPE Local 374.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, continued career and professional development opportunities, employee engagement events and work-life balance. An employer of choice, the District of Oak Bay is committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, accountability, and teamwork.
If your qualifications and experience align with our needs, we want to hear from you! Please apply in confidence by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2025, with a resume and cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have been shortlisted and require accommodation throughout the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how to best accommodate your needs.